Unless you were lucky enough to get your hands on a coveted London 2012 Olympics ticket, it's likely you'll be watching from the comfort of your living room. This is all made possible by satellites, which have beamed some of the most important moments in history to our homes.

Finding a platform for your Applications Project is a challenge. But a new initiative from ESA Telecom will make it easier to obtain the right platform, preventing frustration while saving both time and money.

The European Space Agency's Telecommunication and Navigation Directorate (D/TEN) is opening a new Research Fellowship position within the frame of its new satellite communications initiative for Air Traffic Management. ESA is looking for a highly motivated young researcher, with good analytical and communicational skills and excellent aptitude for team work.

Mary Coughlan, the Irish Minister for Social, Community and Family Affairs launched the SchoolSat service for Schools in Donegal on Monday 14th October. This is the first network for schools that makes use of two-way satellite terminals.